WAPA’s Paul Colmer said the opening of the lower 6GHz radiofrequency spectrum band and part of the N77 spectrum band was the best thing the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa had done in its history. Source: MyBroadband
Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Friday, 29 May 2026. Source: BusinessTech
FNB now offers at least one branch with smart ID card applications in every province in South Africa. Source: MyBroadband
Life Healthcare Group has committed R722 million to capital expenditure over the past six months, with the group opening a new hospital in Paarl. Source: BusinessTech
Yoco, the South African fintech with an estimated valuation of over R12 billion, has acquired AI operator platform Dyner.AI for an undisclosed amount. Source: MyBroadband
While food inflation in South Africa is easing, the latest Braai Index shows that prices are still rising, taking a bruising from high energy prices. Source: BusinessTech
While it has kept its performance a closely-guarded secret, there are many indications from third parties that Amazon.co.za is experiencing impressive growth and is becoming a more serious challenger to Takealot. Source: MyBroadband
This is how much more you’ll be paying on your home loan after 29 May following the latest interest rate hike in South Africa. Source: BusinessTech
Alan Barrett, who helped establish the first Internet link in South Africa, has passed away. Source: MyBroadband
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has decided to increase interest rates by 25 basis points amid heightened inflation. Source: BusinessTech
